Master of Arts in English Literature — study plan
King Saud University College of Humanities and Social Sciences (formerly Arts)
- Credit hours
- 43
- Levels
- 8
- Courses
- 25
- Degree
- master
The Master of Arts in English Literature study plan at King Saud University is an accredited master programme spanning about 4 years (8 academic levels), requiring 43 credit hours across 25 courses of required and elective study. The table below lists the courses and their credit hours for each level.
Preparatory Level (1) 9 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| 419 نجل | Research Methods | 3 |
| 437 نجل | Chaucer | 3 |
| 463 نجل | Practical Criticism | 3 |
Preparatory Level (2) 8 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| 437 نجل | A Major Renaissance Poet | 3 |
| 441 نجل | Shakespeare (2) | 3 |
| 463 نجل | History of Western Thought | 2 |
Level 1 9 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| 512 نجل | Translation | 3 |
| 561 نجل | Modern Schools of Literary Criticism | 2 |
| 463 نجل | Seventeenth-Century Renaissance Literature | 2 |
| 591 نجل | The Greek and Roman Heritage | 2 |
Level 2 9 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| 570 نجل | American Literature | 3 |
| 581 نجل | Comparative Literature | 3 |
| 463 نجل | Eighteenth-Century and Romantic Literature | 3 |
Level 3 - Poetry Track (one track is chosen) 9 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| 535 نجل | Poetry (1) Elective | 3 |
| 581 نجل | Poetry (2) Elective | 3 |
| 463 نجل | Victorian and Modern Literature Elective | 3 |
Level 3 - Fiction Track (one track is chosen) 9 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| 555 نجل | Fiction (1) Elective | 3 |
| 556 نجل | Fiction (2) Elective | 3 |
| 593 نجل | Victorian and Modern Literature Elective | 3 |
Level 3 - American Literature Track (one track is chosen) 9 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| 574 نجل | American Literature (1) Elective | 3 |
| 575 نجل | American Literature (2) Elective | 3 |
| 593 نجل | Victorian and Modern Literature Elective | 3 |
Level 3 - Drama Track (one track is chosen) 9 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| 545 نجل | Drama (1) Elective | 3 |
| 546 نجل | Drama (2) Elective | 3 |
| 593 نجل | Victorian and Modern Literature Elective | 3 |
This plan is transcribed from the university's official source. Always confirm the plan approved for your own cohort before registering. Official source
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Frequently asked questions about Master of Arts in English Literature
How many credit hours is Master of Arts in English Literature at King Saud University?
Master of Arts in English Literature at King Saud University requires completing 43 credit hours to graduate, spread across 25 courses.
How many years is Master of Arts in English Literature at King Saud University?
The study plan for Master of Arts in English Literature spans about 4 years (8 levels/semesters) under the approved plan.
What degree does Master of Arts in English Literature award?
Master of Arts in English Literature at King Saud University awards a Master's degree after completing 43 credit hours.
Is Master of Arts in English Literature offered at other universities?
Yes, Master of Arts in English Literature is offered at at least 4 other universities in the Beseyat database. You can compare their study plans in the "Same major at other universities" section on this page.